Florala, AL

Alabama

Florala is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,841. Residents earn $34,857 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,841 Population 175/sq mi density
$34,857 Median Income $25,398 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $140,563 Zillow
$581 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$34,857 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $581/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,857
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

How Florala Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,841
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,857
Per Capita$25,398
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,563

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Elevation242 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute40 min
Libraries3

Is Florala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Florala receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Florala offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florala is $34,857, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florala is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Florala enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Florala has a population of 1,841 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 21.8% Black.

Population

1,841
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Florala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Florala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florala is $34,857, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Florala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,857
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,398
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Florala is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,563

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$581
50% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Florala, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Florala vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98

Crime Rates: Florala vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Florala has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation242 ft (74 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates31.0224°N, 86.3182°W
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Work from Home0.8%

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